Prevention and control measures for white spots on common green plant leaves In daily life, we often place some green plants in our homes or offices to beautify the environment and add vitality. Sometimes we will find that white spots suddenly appear on the originally green leaves, which not only affects the beauty of the plants, but also confuses the growers. What kind of green plant leaves have white spots? This article will reveal this phenomenon for you and provide corresponding maintenance suggestions. Common white spots on green plant leaves 1. Green radish leaves white spots Green radish is a common indoor green plant. The white spots on its leaves may be caused by factors such as insufficient light, improper watering, diseases and insect pests. Green radish prefers semi-cloudy environments. If placed under strong light for a long time, white spots are prone to appear on the leaves.
2. White spots appear on the leaves of copperwort. White spots appear on the leaves of copperwort. Usually, too much watering causes the roots to rot, which in turn affects the normal growth of the leaves. Exposure to strong light for a long time or poor air circulation may also lead to white spots on the leaves.
3. White spots on Clivia leaves. White spots on Clivia leaves may be caused by improper watering, excessive fertilization, diseases and insect pests. During the maintenance process, if you do not pay attention to adjusting the watering frequency and fertilization amount, the leaves are prone to white spots.
4. White spots on Podocarpa pine leaves appear on Podocarpa pine leaves. It may be due to insufficient light, too much watering, or diseases and insect pests. Podocarpa pine prefers semi-cloudy environments. If it is placed under strong light for a long time, the leaves are prone to white spots. Prevention and control measures 1. Properly adjust the light. For white spots caused by insufficient light, the plants should be moved to a semi-shaded environment to avoid direct strong light. For light-loving plants, such as green radish, copper coin grass, etc., the light time can be appropriately increased.
2. Control the watering frequency For white spots caused by improper watering, the watering frequency should be adjusted according to the growth habits of the plants to avoid excessive watering, causing root rot.
3. Reasonable fertilization and excessive fertilization will also lead to white spots on plant leaves. During the fertilization process, the principle of "applying thin fertilizer frequently" should be followed to avoid excessive fertilization.
4. Prevention and control of pests and diseases For white spots caused by pests and diseases, timely control measures should be taken. If pests and diseases are found, pesticides or fungicides can be used to spray, and at the same time, the plant's ability to resist pests and diseases should be strengthened.
The phenomenon of white spots on green plant leaves may be related to many factors. Understanding the reasons for common white spots on green plant leaves will help us better maintain plants and make them grow healthily. During the maintenance process, we must pay attention to the growth habits of plants. Reasonably adjust lighting, watering and fertilization to prevent white spots on leaves, strengthen pest control, and ensure healthy growth of plants.
References: "Guide to Home Gardening Conservation", China Forestry Press, published in 2018.
"Interior Plant Conservation Skills", China Agricultural Press, published in 2019.